Project Estimator – Power & Utilities
PTAG Inc.Oakland, California, United States • San Jose, California, United States • Sacramento, California, United States
Posted February 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
PTAG Inc. is a global capital project management firm that delivers integrated advisory, planning, and execution services across Power & Utilities, Mining & Metals, Oil & Gas, and Infrastructure sectors. With more than 250 seasoned professionals based in North America and Australia, PTAG supports clients from strategy development to project close‑out, leveraging industry‑leading standards from PMI, LCI, AACE, and its status as a CII Registered Education Provider. The company distinguishes itself through a collaborative, best‑practice‑driven approach that incorporates peer‑review, advanced work packaging, and integrated project delivery to deliver safe, cost‑effective, on‑time, high‑quality outcomes. PTAG’s culture emphasizes continuous improvement, innovation, and a client‑centric focus that turns complex capital programs into measurable business value.
Job Description
PTAG is seeking a Project Estimator with strong high-voltage Transmission estimating experience to support major capital programs across the greater Bay Area. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience preparing estimates for 115kV+ transmission line projects within regulated IOU or utility environments.
Requirements
- 10+ years of estimating experience within electric utilities or heavy infrastructure
- Demonstrated experience estimating high-voltage Transmission projects (115kV and above required)
- Strong experience with overhead transmission construction including: Structures and foundations, Conductor systems, Line hardware and access roads
- Experience supporting transmission rebuilds, reconductoring programs, or underground segments
- Experience working within regulated IOU or EPC environments
- Working knowledge of outage-driven transmission construction sequencing
- Strong understanding of transmission labor productivity and material cost drivers
- Ability to interpret transmission engineering drawings and specifications
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on critical transmission infrastructure programs supporting grid resiliency
- Collaborative culture with opportunity for advancement as portfolios expand
- Long-term program visibility across transmission initiatives